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Strain
To remove solid particles from a liquid, typically after shaking or stirring a cocktail.
Top Shelf
Liquor of higher quality that is typically more expensive, often displayed on the upper shelves behind the bar.
Chaser
A drink that is consumed immediately after a shot of liquor to minimize the strength of the original drink's flavor.
Chill
To cool a glass or cocktail to the desired cold temperature without the use of ice in the finished drink.
Back
A small amount of non-alcoholic beverage served in a separate glass alongside a shot of liquor.
Mixer
A non-alcoholic liquid added to a drink in order to dilute and add flavors.
Up
A cocktail that is chilled and served without ice, typically in a stemmed glass.
Double
A drink that contains double the amount of liquor compared to its standard single serve.
Float
Layering a liquor or ingredient on top of a drink.
Layer
To gently pour liquids over the back of a spoon or along the side of the glass to create separate levels that do not mix.
Shaken
Cocktails that are mixed by shaking the ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker.
Muddle
To press the ingredients against the side of the glass to release flavors.
Garnish
An item added to a drink for decoration or additional flavor.
Neat
A single, unmixed liquor served without any water, ice, or other mixer.
Rim
To coat the edge of a glass with salt, sugar, or another garnishing substance.
Twist
A piece of citrus peel used as a garnish, typically to add aroma and a slight taste to the drink.
Highball
A type of cocktail made with a spirit and a larger proportion of a non-alcoholic mixer in a tall glass.
Flaming
Setting alight a drink or a component of the drink to create a visual effect and to enhance the flavor.
Shooter
A mixed drink taken in one swallow, often served in a shot glass and contains a high percentage of alcohol.
Build
To make a drink by pouring the ingredients directly into the glass in which it will be served.
Dash
A small amount of ingredient added to a cocktail, often bitters or a similar flavoring agent.
Stirred
Mixing ingredients with a bar spoon, typically in a mixing glass.
Bruise
To agitate a drink, typically with gin, to the point where its natural flavors become dulled or impaired, often due to overmixing.
Dry
A cocktail with a small amount of sweetness; often used to describe martinis with little to no vermouth.
Well Drink
An alcoholic beverage made from ingredients kept in the bartender's 'well' that are more cost-effective.
Jigger
A tool used for accurately measuring liquid ingredients when making cocktails.
Virgin
A drink that is made without any alcohol.
Mixologist
A bartender who specializes in crafting cocktails, known for their knowledge and creativity.
On the Rocks
A drink served over ice cubes.
Dry Shake
Shaking the ingredients of a cocktail without ice, usually to emulsify egg whites effectively.
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